​​Heritage Building Street Level Thermal Photos

Urban development has slowly moved away from traditional ways of staying cool, choosing modern materials and designs that focus more on looks or efficiency than comfort. But by reintroducing heritage-based design and passive cooling techniques, places like George Town can handle rising temperatures better - all while keeping their cultural identity and building long-term climate resilience.​​

Key F​​​indings: ​​​

​​Wooden windows – especially those with shutters or louvres – act as natural insulators. They help block heat and allow for better airflow, making them great for passive cooling.

In contrast, glass windows tend to trap and transmit more heat because of their high thermal conductivity, which makes indoor spaces warmer.​​​​ ​​​​​​

Rooftop Therm​al Photos​​

Key Findings:

Thermal imaging shows that tin roofing absorbs and retains much more heat, with surface temperatures reaching up to 66.4°C. This significantly raises the surrounding indoor and outdoor temperatures.

In comparison, traditional clay roof tiles stay cooler at around 44.4°C, making them more effective at managing heat and reducing overall ambient temperature.​​​​
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